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First came skin slugging—the art of applying an occlusive agent such as petroleum jelly as the final step in your skincare routine to trap moisture. The trend became so popular that every part of your skincare routine wanted in, from nail slugging to hair slugging. Now, the wonders of slugging have reached lip care, where it promises a search-and-rescue mission to revive dry, chapped lips back to their plumpy and healthy glory. But what exactly is lip slugging, and how does it work? We’re glad you asked.
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Pragati from the studio team shares, “Okay, I’m not saying this is replacing my morning coffee, but… it’s definitely my lips’ caffeine fix. It smells like latte, feels plush but not sticky and has this warm tint that makes me look like I tried today—even when I didn’t.”
If your Instagram feed was taken over by videos of skin slugging, you perhaps always knew it was just a matter of time before this trend inserted itself in your lip care routines as well. With over 600 million views on TikTok, lip slugging clearly has the popular vote—and it is easy to see why. Building on the same foundation of supplying multiple layers of hydration, lip slugging invites you to treat dry, chapped lips by applying thick as well as thin layers of moisturisation.
Petroleum jelly plays a key role here, commonly applied over hydrating lip products. This childhood staple forms a protective barrier that prevents moisture from evaporating, offering instant relief to a parched pout. When left undisturbed overnight, it seals hydration into cracked lips, helping you wake up with smoother, fuller lips.
The good news? You don’t need to splurge on an entirely new lip care routine. If you’ve got a lip mask and a trusty pot of petroleum jelly, you’re all set. Begin by removing all traces of makeup from your lips and cleansing your face thoroughly—you’ll want a clean base to work with. Follow your usual nighttime skincare routine until you reach your lips. If your lips are particularly flaky, use a lip scrub to exfoliate dead skin and create a smooth surface.
Next, apply a hydrating lip product—this could be a thin serum, your everyday lip balm or a nourishing mask. Massage it in carefully to ensure full coverage. Then, reach for a thicker product like Vaseline to form a protective shield over the hydration layer. Since lighter balms can evaporate quickly, sealing with petroleum jelly helps lock in moisture. In the morning, simply wipe it away to reveal soft, hydrated lips.
You can lip slug every night during particularly dry months or whenever your lips need a little extra care. Once you’ve nailed the method, it’s time to find the right products to support your lip care ritual. While most hydrating formulas offer benefits, it's best to choose unscented options packed with nourishing ingredients like lanolin, shea butter and beeswax.
If your Instagram feed was taken over by videos of skin slugging, you perhaps always knew it was just a matter of time before this trend inserted itself in your lip care routines as well. With over 600 million views on TikTok, lip slugging clearly has the popular vote—and it is easy to see why. Building on the same foundation of supplying multiple layers of hydration, lip slugging invites you to treat dry, chapped lips by applying thick as well as thin layers of moisturisation.
Petroleum jelly plays a key role here, commonly applied over hydrating lip products. This childhood staple forms a protective barrier that prevents moisture from evaporating, offering instant relief to a parched pout. When left undisturbed overnight, it seals hydration into cracked lips, helping you wake up with smoother, fuller lips.
The good news? You don’t need to splurge on an entirely new lip care routine. If you’ve got a lip mask and a trusty pot of petroleum jelly, you’re all set. Begin by removing all traces of makeup from your lips and cleansing your face thoroughly—you’ll want a clean base to work with. Follow your usual nighttime skincare routine until you reach your lips. If your lips are particularly flaky, use a lip scrub to exfoliate dead skin and create a smooth surface.
Next, apply a hydrating lip product—this could be a thin serum, your everyday lip balm or a nourishing mask. Massage it in carefully to ensure full coverage. Then, reach for a thicker product like Vaseline to form a protective shield over the hydration layer. Since lighter balms can evaporate quickly, sealing with petroleum jelly helps lock in moisture. In the morning, simply wipe it away to reveal soft, hydrated lips.
You can lip slug every night during particularly dry months or whenever your lips need a little extra care. Once you’ve nailed the method, it’s time to find the right products to support your lip care ritual. While most hydrating formulas offer benefits, it's best to choose unscented options packed with nourishing ingredients like lanolin, shea butter and beeswax.
If your Instagram feed was taken over by videos of skin slugging, you perhaps always knew it was just a matter of time before this trend inserted itself in your lip care routines as well. With over 600 million views on TikTok, lip slugging clearly has the popular vote—and it is easy to see why. Building on the same foundation of supplying multiple layers of hydration, lip slugging invites you to treat dry, chapped lips by applying thick as well as thin layers of moisturisation.
Petroleum jelly plays a key role here, commonly applied over hydrating lip products. This childhood staple forms a protective barrier that prevents moisture from evaporating, offering instant relief to a parched pout. When left undisturbed overnight, it seals hydration into cracked lips, helping you wake up with smoother, fuller lips.
The good news? You don’t need to splurge on an entirely new lip care routine. If you’ve got a lip mask and a trusty pot of petroleum jelly, you’re all set. Begin by removing all traces of makeup from your lips and cleansing your face thoroughly—you’ll want a clean base to work with. Follow your usual nighttime skincare routine until you reach your lips. If your lips are particularly flaky, use a lip scrub to exfoliate dead skin and create a smooth surface.
Next, apply a hydrating lip product—this could be a thin serum, your everyday lip balm or a nourishing mask. Massage it in carefully to ensure full coverage. Then, reach for a thicker product like Vaseline to form a protective shield over the hydration layer. Since lighter balms can evaporate quickly, sealing with petroleum jelly helps lock in moisture. In the morning, simply wipe it away to reveal soft, hydrated lips.
You can lip slug every night during particularly dry months or whenever your lips need a little extra care. Once you’ve nailed the method, it’s time to find the right products to support your lip care ritual. While most hydrating formulas offer benefits, it's best to choose unscented options packed with nourishing ingredients like lanolin, shea butter and beeswax.
